1936

1950s

The Old Dutch Mill was way before my time, but I've seen pictures of it, the two above. It was on the site where Heidi's is now. In fact, Heidi's sign is in the shape of a windmill, in an homage to the Dutch Mill.

I'd love to learn anything more about it.

Thanks Scott, The 1950s Dutch Mill is the one I remember. It must have been updated from the 1936 configuration before Aug. 1940 when we moved to Nevada. Can't tell you a lot. Remember it was well lit up with neon that was popular in that day. Inside I remember a counter with stools as you entered down the north side. Can't remember if there was booths on the south side. Do remember a couple of slots as you went out the door. My mother always left her tip of a couple of nickles in the slot machine. Dad didn't approve as he wasn't a gambler. Anyhow Scott, Thanks a million for the memories. I really like your blog. Francis West

The last time I was in Heidi's, I was under the impression that they were operating in a remodeled version of the Dutch Mill which had been on that corner during my tenure in Carson City (1953-1966) - the 1950's photograph depicts the basic shape and window configuration that I remember from my last visit. Is this not the case? Was a brand new building constructed at some time after 1966 to replace the old Dutch Mill?

During my residency, the Perrins operated the Dutch Mill which always seemed to be busy at their prime location. From www.nevadatravel.net, "Heidi's Dutch Mill Restaurant has been a family spot in the heart of Carson City since 1935."

I think the Heidi's structure is not the same as the Dutch Mill. Too many architectural differences. Plus, from the 1950s picture, it looks like the Dutch Mill was right on the corner of Carson and Williams, while Heidi's is set back with a parking lot out front.